Research Graduate Jobs in the UK

“Senior leadership role at Mercer to lead the Global Employee Experience & Engagement practice, transforming it from survey-based insights to workforce intelligence advisory. Requires 15+ years in consulting/talent domains, CHRO-level client engagement, and AI-driven solution development. Hybrid work model (3 days office/week). Base salary up to $324K + performance incentives.”

“Recherche un(e) Scientifique R&D en chimie analytique spécialisé(e) en chimie alimentaire pour développer et valider des méthodes analytiques avancées. Poste basé en laboratoire, nécessitant un Master ou PhD en sciences alimentaires ou chimie analytique, avec expérience en analyse de protéines et fibres. Collaboration avec équipes R&D, qualité et partenaires externes.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks an Applied Research & Innovation Specialist in London to lead R&D initiatives, design experiments, and publish insights. Role involves AI-driven analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and translating research into business tools. Hybrid scientist-designer mindset required. On-site position.”

“Hybrid Algorithm Lead Researcher role at (COMPANY NAME) UK (Reading) for a Physics-Informed Machine Learning expert to pioneer low-TRL ASP/PNT algorithms in contested electromagnetic environments. Requires deep math + ML fusion, C++/Python/MATLAB skills, and SC clearance eligibility. High-visibility R&D leadership with hybrid work (half-day Fridays) and comprehensive benefits.”

“Full-time Production Planning Specialist role in Irvine requiring 3+ years of experience. Responsible for creating production plans, schedules, and resolving planning issues in a regulated environment. Strong MS Excel, SAP, and analytical skills preferred. Degree in supply chain, business, or science.”

“Full-time maternity cover position (6 months) as a Material Scientist at (COMPANY NAME) PSS, based at Bristol Myers Squibb's Moreton facility. Role involves pharmaceutical material analysis, GMP compliance, and laboratory testing (HPLC, GC, UV spectroscopy). Requires degree in Pharmacy, Materials Science, or related field with relevant experience.”

“Customer AI Developer Specialist role at (COMPANY NAME) Song in London/Manchester. Develop ML & Generative AI solutions for clients, work with cutting-edge tech, and drive business impact. Competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits included. Consultant (CL9) position.”

“Research Engineer position at (COMPANY NAME) focusing on RL Scaling Science. Requires strong empirical RL skills, large-scale ML experience, and Python proficiency. Annual salary £375K–£640K GBP. Hybrid role with office presence required. Visa sponsorship available. Ideal for those passionate about safe, scalable AI systems.”

“(COMPANY NAME) seeks a Machine Learning Scientist with expertise in quantum chemistry to develop ML models for drug discovery. Role involves combining ML with quantum chemistry, building synthetic datasets, and deploying scalable pipelines. Requires PhD in ML, computational chemistry, or related field, proficiency in Python, PyTorch/JAX, and quantum chemistry toolkits. Position is based in Welwyn.”

“Quantum Computing Specialist role at Rolls-Royce in Derby (Hybrid) to develop quantum algorithms, hybrid quantum-classical workflows, and HPC simulations. Requires expertise in quantum computing, C++/Python, and fault-tolerant quantum solvers. Full-time position with benefits, focusing on transforming engineering methods for future products.”

“Contracts Manager role in London for (COMPANY NAME) to draft, negotiate, and manage commercial/technology contracts (IP licensing, SaaS, partnerships) across EMEA. Requires 8+ years of experience, hybrid office presence (25%+), and collaboration with global legal teams. Annual salary up to £180k GBP.”

“Quantitative trading role at (COMPANY NAME) for developing and optimizing systematic trading models in precious metals markets. Requires expertise in futures-spot dynamics, basis risk, and arbitrage. Strong Python skills needed; KDB+/q or Java is a plus. In-office role with collaboration across trading and technology teams.”

“Regulatory Support Specialist role at Cytiva (UK) for bioprocess products. Requires BSc in Chemistry/Pharmacy, GMP knowledge, and 5+ years in Quality Assurance, Regulatory, or Product Management. Duties include regulatory documentation, customer support, and cross-functional collaboration. Fluency in English required.”

“Data Curator role at (COMPANY NAME) in London for an AI-driven drug discovery platform. Requires PhD in Life Science/Informatics, expertise in data curation, ontologies, and cheminformatics tools (Python, SQL, RDKit). Hybrid work model (3 days office). Focus on ML-ready biomedical datasets for novel medicine discovery.”

“Regional Research Economist role at (COMPANY NAME) to study AI's economic impact through the (COMPANY NAME) Economic Index. Requires PhD in Economics, expertise in econometrics, machine learning, and policy-relevant research. Annual salary £180,000–£190,000 GBP. Hybrid role with office presence required. Focus on labor markets, productivity, and AI-driven economic transformation.”

“Fixed-term Data Scientist role at (COMPANY NAME) for 12 months, focusing on Applied AI and Go-To-Market strategies. Develop AI/ML models for pricing, revenue management, and commercial efficiency. Requires Python, SQL, and production-ready ML experience. Competitive compensation, flexible work, and benefits included.”

“Senior Team Lead for Data Science - Logistics Estimations at Just Eat Takeaway.com (JET) in Berlin, London or Amsterdam. Lead a team of Data Scientists to improve ETA prediction models, drive business impact, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Requires strong leadership, hands-on ML experience, and stakeholder management skills. Hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 remote).”

“Full-time, permanent Laboratory Technician role at (COMPANY NAME) in Stoke-on-Trent. Base salary up to £29,712 (+ £4,174.82 shift allowance). 25 days annual leave (Mon-Fri), pension, private medical insurance, and career development. Key responsibilities include quality control testing, LIMS data entry, equipment maintenance, and compliance with ISO standards.”

“(COMPANY NAME) busca un AI/ML Engineer para su equipo AI for Science, enfocado en desarrollar modelos avanzados de aprendizaje automático y sistemas agenticos para resolver problemas científicos en biomedicina. Requiere experiencia en frameworks como PyTorch o TensorFlow, dominio de Python y prácticas de ingeniería de software. Ofrece salario anual de hasta $266,750, beneficios completos y entorno de trabajo híbrido en sedes como Cambridge o San Francisco.”

“Offre d'emploi pour un Research Manager spécialisé dans les secteurs Food, Drink et Personal Care au sein d'une entreprise internationale de recherche sensorielle et consommateur. Poste exigeant 5 ans d'expérience minimum dans le secteur FMCG, avec des responsabilités en gestion de comptes clients, pilotage de projets de recherche, encadrement d'équipe et développement de solutions innovantes. Maîtrise de l'anglais requise.”

“(COMPANY NAME) Song seeks a Data Science Associate Manager in London/Manchester/Edinburgh/Newcastle/Birmingham to lead generative AI, ML, and data science projects for global clients. Role involves shaping AI strategies, deploying scalable solutions, and driving business impact with cutting-edge technologies. Offers competitive salary, bonuses, equity, flexible work policies, and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and parental leave.”

“Remote, independent contractor role for 6 months with potential extension. Seeking advanced degree professionals in AI/ML, Computer Science, or related fields. Focus on designing, evaluating, and interpreting advanced generative AI systems. Competitive pay up to $80/hr, flexible schedule, and opportunity to contribute to research publications.”